Discover the miracle of turmeric...

Helps to alleviate the symptoms of joint swelling as well as being a potent anti-oxidant, boosting circulation and helping to support your immune system.

Turmeric is a root similar to ginger, easily recognisable by its orange colour. It is used in Indian cooking (often giving curry its rich colour and flavour) – but you might not know that it has also been used for many years in traditional therapies, both in India and across the far east.

It was used for digestive complaints and joint

swelling, so scientists began to study the active ingredient contained in turmeric, called curcumin. They found that curcumin has an anti-inflammatory action which explains why it is effective in reducing the swelling and discomfort of arthritis – it can also help to clear debris from inside your joints which improves

mobility. Studies have now been undertaken

to measure the effect of curcumin on treating arthritis compared with glucosamine and ibuprofen.

Curcumin has also been show to be a powerful

anti-oxidant, helping to fight the damaging effects of everyday pollution on our bodies – plus it helps keep our immune system supported,

meaning your body will find it easier to fights illness and infection.

The compounds found in turmeric are also effective for digestive disorders (countries where their diet contains high levels of turmeric are known to have much lower rates of many serious digestive problems).

Curcumin has also been suggested as being beneficial for improving circulation – this in

turn means not only better health as nutrients are transported around your body, but blood supply to your brain is boosted – which improves memory recall.

You might find it hard to eat enough turmeric in your diet (especially if you don’t like curry) but turmeric is also available in high strength capsules. If you already take a glucosamine supplement,

then it’s the perfect accompaniment – as they will work in harmony. Just be sure to choose a quality supplier who sources their turmeric responsibly – Woods Health have been producing high quality vitamins and supplements since 1984 and guarantee the highest quality. Woods contact details, phone 0333 0307788, website www.woodshealth.com. Quote code TP21.